Ecobank, a pan-African banking group, has been named “Best Bank in Africa 2025” by Global Finance magazine at the 32nd edition of the World’s Best Banks Awards. Additionally, its subsidiaries in Togo and The Gambia were recognized as the best banks in their respective countries.
According to the judging panel, comprising financial analysts, banking consultants, business executives, and rating agencies, these awards acknowledge Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) and its national entities’ ability to effectively meet client needs in challenging environments, while achieving strong results and building a foundation for sustainable development. The judges also commended the group’s asset growth, profitability, geographical reach, strong strategic partnerships, expansion into new markets, and product innovation capabilities.
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Jeremy Awori, Ecobank Group Chief Executive Officer, stated that these accolades reflect the group’s continued commitment to prioritizing customers and providing a diverse range of financial services tailored to multinational companies, financial institutions, and regional and international organizations. “We maximize our impact through our key product pillars: treasury management, trade finance, capital markets (foreign exchange, fixed income, commodities), credit and liquidity, investment banking, and wealth and asset management,” Awori said.
The awards will be presented at the official Global Finance Awards ceremony on October 18, 2025, at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, coinciding with the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings.
Headquartered in Lomé, the banking group is a frequent recipient of awards. In 2024, Ecobank’s Togolese subsidiary was named “Bank of the Year” for the fifth consecutive time at The Banker Awards, solidifying its position as a leader in the banking market.
